never been so confused.

thanks for the link syilla.
It's Thursday afternoon where I am and I have fasted (Successfully Alhamdillilah) today and have two questions.

Does drinking break a fast? (I haven't yet, I'm just wondering.)
Do I eat again as the sun is setting or after it has set?
 
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Masahallah I've read through some of the posts and they are really great advice.:thumbs_up
If may add, if you read the stories the companions (may Allah be pleased with them) of our beloved Prophet (Peace be upon him), you'll see how much they suffered. Many left their comfortable lifestyle, like MUS'AB IBN `UMAIR, (may Allah be pleased with him) and others were kicked out of their family. They were willing to endure the separation from their family because they tasted the sweetness of Iman. Thus Allah, The Most Exalted made it easy for them to make more sacrifices. But in return the reward is beyond our imagination. They understood that true happiness, peace and contentment comes from the Creator, not the creation. we depend too much on our friends and family to stand by our side and sometimes this makes us blind. My point is seek acceptance from the Creator by submitting to Him. If He will, by His Mercy, He will make it easy for you.
I hope this help. May Allah, The Most Merciful, make it easy for you.
wsalam
-SI-
 
Thankyou siFilam!!! It did help. :)

fasting went well today! I steered clear of drinking too because i wasn't sure i also waited until after the sun had set.
 
It's not an easy thing to do, I am sure you love your family and friends. I had a Roman Catholic background, when I converted it was strictly a decision of faith in Allah. I had to realize my family and friends were never going to approve or be happy with me regardless to how I buttered them up. I had to fear Allah only and join the ranks of the believers here and the international family of Muslims . It's as simple as that, but I know how you feel.
salaam
 
vpb said:
what kind of friends would they be if they get mad to u just because u choose something?
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I agree wholeheartedly with the concept you have stated, yet we all know that people can be that way. Are there not Muslim families who go so far as to actually reject (and sometimes worse) a child who converts from Islam to something else? Anonymous simply has to decide for him/herself whether it is a relationship with Allah or a relationship with people that is going to come first in his/her life, as do us all.
 
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Anonymous Tester said:
thanks for the link syilla.
It's Thursday afternoon where I am and I have fasted (Successfully Alhamdillilah) today and have two questions.

Does drinking break a fast? (I haven't yet, I'm just wondering.)
Do I eat again as the sun is setting or after it has set?
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yeah...drink break the fast and some other stuff too...i'll find the thread for you...:statisfie

I think maghrib is after its has set or maybe i'm wrong..:exhausted
anyoneee please help me!! :X

Some information on fasting...
http://www.islamicboard.com/ramadan-eid-ul-fitr/29372-ramadhan-q.html
 
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thank you for that, syilla. Good to know that I didn't break fast.

Guys something not so good happened last night. I had fasted all day and after the sun had set I ate and drank. then I went to my bedroom at about 8:30PM and i think i passed out. I came to very dizzy sometime between 9-10PM. :(

Was this because I ate and drank so much so suddenly?
Can anyone offer any tips for future fasts?
 
Hey :)


Anon Tester said:
Does drinking break a fast? (I haven't yet, I'm just wondering.)
Do I eat again as the sun is setting or after it has set?
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Yeah drinking breaks the fast, but remember that you're only practising so don't put too much pressure on yourself, and because its just a practise - then you might want to break it if you feel any harm.


The scholar on IslamQA said:

Rather it is makrooh [disliked] for one who is sick to fast if fasting is too difficult for him. His fasting may be haraam [forbidden] if there is the fear that he may be harmed because of fasting.
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http://www.islamqa.com/special/index.php?ref=11107&ln=eng&subsite=184


The fast should be broken at the time when the sun sets, i.e. maghrib. There may be calendars which you may find in the local Masjid which specifically mention what time the sun sets, time for prayers. :)


Here's a good link which gives tips on fasting:

Practical Tips in Preparation for Ramadan
http://www.islamonline.net/servlet/...h-Ask_Scholar/FatwaE/FatwaE&cid=1119503549116


If you need anymore info, or more specific info - please don't hesitate to ask. :)



Regards.
 
Anonymous Tester said:
It seems one friend has gone out of his way to assure himself that I won't be converting anytime soon, and he seems to be the type who will get into the ears of most of my other friends, he has also made it quite obvious how he stands on religion in general. But, I thought he would know me a lot better than he clearly does.
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I can relate to your hesitation, but, if you believe in life after death and the Judgement Day, you will realize that your true friends are only those who help you towards the ultimate good. Ask yourself how you would respond to the question on that Day, "Why did you not profess faith in the One God and follow His final messenger, Muhammad (pbuh)?" Remember we are not promised tomorrow or even another hour or minute.

Did you know that the first Muslims practiced Islam in secret for some time? The important thing is your faith, to profess your faith to another, and to practice Islam to the fullest extent that you are capable.
 
Fi_Sabilillah said:
Yeah drinking breaks the fast, but remember that you're only practising so don't put too much pressure on yourself, and because its just a practise - then you might want to break it if you feel any harm.
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True. I guess I just thought since it was my first fast I really wanted to do it properly.
Fi_Sabilillah said:
The fast should be broken at the time when the sun sets, i.e. maghrib. There may be calendars which you may find in the local Masjid which specifically mention what time the sun sets, time for prayers. :)
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Thanks for clarifying that.
I can't get to my nearest Masjid, alone at least as it is so far away. But me and one of my "to be supportive" friends as I have called them are heading in the direction for the day in a week or two, so it's the perfect oppotunity for me to visit a Masjid I think.
MustafaMc said:
Remember we are not promised tomorrow or even another hour or minute.
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I've been keeping that in mind as much as I can! :)
 
Atleast it shows your dedication! :) I hope you get to visit the Masjid and i hope you have a good time/experience there. Just remember to pray to God to guide you, and us all on the straight path forever.




 
lol thats kool, praise be to Allaah.


You know when you fasted, was it a really hot summers day, or is it cold where you're located at?
 
It seems to me that your faith is already in the Oneness of Allah. Masha Allah - It is as Allah has willed!

I don't know what country you live in, but becoming a Muslim in USA is not an easy decision to make. However, I believe that it is a journey worth taking.

Even after professing that there is only One God and that Muhammad is His Messenger, it is difficult to practice Islam in the West. I encourage you to read as much as possible to increase your knowledge and faith. If you decide to become a Muslim, try to find a Muslim friend that will be patient with your early learning phase.
 
Fi_Sabilillah said:
You know when you fasted, was it a really hot summers day, or is it cold where you're located at?
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It's summer here.
MustafaMc said:
I don't know what country you live in, but becoming a Muslim in USA is not an easy decision to make. However, I believe that it is a journey worth taking.
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I think it will be the same where I am.:laugh:
MustafaMc said:
If you decide to become a Muslim, try to find a Muslim friend that will be patient with your early learning phase.
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This will probably be difficult. :( But I will try!!
 
Anonymous Tester said:
thank you for that, syilla. Good to know that I didn't break fast.

Guys something not so good happened last night. I had fasted all day and after the sun had set I ate and drank. then I went to my bedroom at about 8:30PM and i think i passed out. I came to very dizzy sometime between 9-10PM. :(

Was this because I ate and drank so much so suddenly?
Can anyone offer any tips for future fasts?
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Usually we break fast (or some times we call it iftar) when we hear calling for prayer (adhan Maghrib). Usually we eat about 15 minutes...then we have to go for Maghrib and Isha' prayer. After that we can continue to eat or drink (if you still have not enough :exhausted)

Did u know that we eat breakfast (sahoor) before we fast???

I love your dedication :thumbs_up :thumbs_up May Allah help u all the way.
 
syilla said:
Usually we break fast (or some times we call it iftar) when we hear calling for prayer (adhan Maghrib). Usually we eat about 15 minutes...then we have to go for Maghrib and Isha' prayer. After that we can continue to eat or drink (if you still have not enough:exhausted )
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Oh. Thanks for that! :)
syilla said:
Did u know that we eat breakfast (sahoor) before we fast???
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I did. But I (stupidly) didn't. :(
syilla said:
I love your dedication :thumbs_up :thumbs_up May Allah help u all the way.
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Same to you!! :D
 

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